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Does Persistent Intake Of Alcohol Lead To Liver Cirrhosis?
Hi,I consume 90 ml of rum over the past many years.I do so 4-5 times a week.I am curious to know if this can cause liver cirrhosis/any other liver related ailment.So far there is no such indication in the general report which I undergo every six months.I walk quite a lot and do all the errands nearby on foot.This give me a distance of 23 km a day.I am 55 years old and have hyper tension for which I take medicines daily.
Mon, 25 May 2015
Hello. Thanks for writing to HCM.
I read and understand your question very well.
I try my level best to help you.
As you are drinking 90 ml rum over the past many years. It is possible to get liver cirrhosis and some liver related problem like fatty liver , liver failure.
Moderate drinking also benefit to your health. Heavy drinking will gives you problem.
I hope my answer will help you a lot .
Thanks and Regards.
Dr Vijay
I read and understand your question very well.
I try my level best to help you.
As you are drinking 90 ml rum over the past many years. It is possible to get liver cirrhosis and some liver related problem like fatty liver , liver failure.
Moderate drinking also benefit to your health. Heavy drinking will gives you problem.
I hope my answer will help you a lot .
Thanks and Regards.
Dr Vijay
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